Cowboys host Buccaneers in Week 5 Thursday Night Football game
- The Dallas Cowboys host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Week 5 edition of Thursday Night Football on Oct.
- CBS Sports reported that AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, serves as the host venue.
- CBS Sports reported that Daniels threw 27 passes for 148 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions in his first start against the Green Bay Packers, while adding 55...
The Dallas Cowboys host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Week 5 edition of Thursday Night Football on Oct. 8, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. CBS Sports reported that Dallas enters the matchup following a comeback win over the Houston Texans, while Tampa Bay searches for its first victory of the season under rookie quarterback Jalon Daniels.
Where to Watch Cowboys vs Buccaneers
The game kicks off at 8:20 p.m. ET on Thursday, Oct. 8. CBS Sports reported that AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, serves as the host venue. DraftKings Sportsbook lists the Cowboys as 8.5-point favorites with an over/under set at 47.5 points.
Tampa Bay Offense Faces Dallas Defensive Vulnerabilities
CBS Sports reported that Daniels threw 27 passes for 148 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions in his first start against the Green Bay Packers, while adding 55 rushing yards. Running back Bucky Irving led the ground game with 61 yards on 16 carries in that 17-14 loss.
According to CBS Sports, the Cowboys have arguably the league’s worst defense. Tampa Bay’s offensive line has struggled significantly, leading to a league-high number of sacks allowed.
Dallas Offense Drives Historic Efficiency
The Cowboys feature an offense averaging 3.39 points per drive through the first four weeks, making them the sixth-most efficient offense since the 2000 season, according to CBS Sports. Quarterback Dak Prescott carries the unit while running back Javonte Williams averages 3.7 yards per carry despite scoring five rushing touchdowns. Prescott distributes short and intermediate passes to wide receiver CeeDee Lamb.
Prescott threw for 335 yards and a touchdown in the previous victory, while Lamb caught 17 passes for 189 yards, including the game-winning score. Tampa Bay counters with a defense that ranks 22nd in quarterback rating allowed in pass coverage. The Buccaneers defense will play without safety Antoine Winfield Jr.
Cowboys Must Contain Mobile Quarterbacks
The Cowboys must prioritize containing Daniels’ mobility and disrupting the Buccaneers’ run game. Dallas has faced mobile quarterbacks three times this year, yielding 54 yards on 11 carries to Jaxson Dart, 69 yards on seven carries in just one half to Jayden Daniels, and 50 yards on six carries to Lamar Jackson.